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simmer over

/ˈsɪmə ˈəʊvə/

/ˈsɪmɚ ˈoʊvɚ/

Translations

simmer oververb

simmered over

Past Simple

simmered over

Past Participle

simmering over

Gerund

/ˈsɪmə ˈəʊvə/

/ˈsɪmɚ ˈoʊvɚ/

couverAu sens figuré, pour une colère, une tension ou une émotion retenue.

She tried to stay calm, but her frustration simmered over as the meeting dragged on.

Elle a essayé de rester calme, mais sa frustration couvait tandis que la réunion s’éternisait.

Additional translations

s'intensifierPour une situation ou une tension qui se développe progressivement.

Synonyms

simmer oververb

To continue to be in a state of suppressed anger or excitement.

She tried to stay calm, but she could feel her frustration simmering over as the meeting dragged on.

To gradually develop or become more intense, often referring to emotions or situations.

The tension between the two teams simmered over as the championship game approached.